Medical assistant schools in Lafayette, LA
6 schools within 30 miles of Lafayette, LA offer medical assistant programs, and 6 are in Lafayette itself. Medical assistants in Louisiana earn a median $36,320 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in LA
- $36,320
What medical assistants earn in Louisiana
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in LouisianaHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $36,320
- $17.46 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,970–$44,460
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in LA
- 12,310
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +12.9%
- 109,700 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest medical assistant schools to Lafayette?
The closest are Blue Cliff College-Lafayette (Lafayette, 2 mi), South Louisiana Community College (Lafayette, 2 mi), and Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette (Lafayette, 3 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Lafayette cost?
For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $230 to $29,592. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Lafayette?
Across Louisiana, the median pay is $36,320 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a medical assistant school in Lafayette?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Medical assistant schools in nearby cities
- New Iberia (19 mi)
- Baton Rouge (56 mi)
- Gonzales (66 mi)